Read the text describing a case before a court in Georgia. Then answer the question that follows Gabrielle, the owner of an apartment building, claimed that Antonio, one of
her tenants, did not pay rent for six months. She said Antonio owed her
$4,800. The case was heard before a court in Georgia. After both sides
presented their cases, the judge rendered a verdict in favor of Antonio
because Gabrielle could not produce a contract stating the amount owed.
Gabrielle filed an appeal of the decision because she believed the judge ruled
incorrectly
Which answer choice BEST explains whether or not this situation involves civil or criminal law and why?
А.
This case involves civil law; while criminal cases are heard by juries, civil cases are never brought before a jury
В.
This case involves civil law, had it been a criminal case, the government would have been one of the parties involved.
This case involves criminal law; Gabrielle would not have been allowed to appeal the court's decision in a civil case.
D
This case involves criminal law; any case that involving that large of a sum of money automatically becomes a criminal case.